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EMMET COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   DPW Attendant & Driver                                                SUPERVISOR:    DPW                                                                                                                           Director/Deputy Director  *DEPARTMENT: * DPW                                                               *           *

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: * Non-Exempt                                      *SALARY GRADE:  G2A3  USWA

LOCATION: Emmet County's Transfer Station and Recycle Drop-off Center is located at 7363 Pleasantview Road, Harbor Springs, Michigan. Recycle truck routes run within Emmet County's borders and contracted neighboring counties. Delivery of recyclables to market may extend beyond Emmet County's borders.

Job Summary:

To fully participate in the operations of the Department of Public Works as directed by the DPW Director/Deputy Director.  Primary functions include providing excellent customer service while operating solid waste compactor, switching trailers, tip wall recycle materials maintenance, compost operations, heavy equipment operation, gatehouse attendant, and general maintenance. Acts as substitute Curbside & Drop-off Site Recycling Collection Driver.

*Essential Job Functions:        *

1. Assist transfer station customers, estimate solid waste volumes, operate solid waste compactors, load mulch, and compost, maintain tip wall/white shed of recyclables and compost operations, and answer questions regarding DPW operations. Perform all tasks with safety, cleanliness and customer service in mind.
2. Operate and maintain public works equipment including solid waste compactors, forklift, yard mule, pay-loader, and recycle trucks, keeping machinery in good order and safe for operation.
3. Direct traffic on grounds to maintain safe and efficient operations, and to encourage resource recovery. Keep the transfer station and surrounding area clean; perform grounds work.
4. Perform Gatehouse Attendant duties. Assess and collect disposal fees, operate computerized cash register/credit card system, and follow County cash handling procedures.
5. Act as substitute for Driver Recycle hook-lift truck to service recycle drop-sites in all weather conditions. Operate hook-lift in safe manner. Assist in drop-site and container maintenance. Unload containers at Recycle Facility. Estimate yardage and record weights of recyclable materials.
6. Act as substitute for Driver of a stand-up right-hand drive Curbside Recycling truck in all weather conditions. Follow designated routes, service recycling bins and carts, sort recyclables into truck compartments, operate truck safely, professionally answer questions from residents and businesses, and maintain positive public image. Make sound decisions regarding driving and safety in all weather conditions.
7. For all job functions appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) must be worn, and all safety protocol followed.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• As directed by Drop-off Director, DPW Director or Operations Manager. All job functions to be performed with all safety considerations.
• Plow snow.
• Cart washing & maintenance
• Maintain familiarity with each curbside and drop site route as well as understanding your co-workers' assigned responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Characteristics:

Courteous and professional to the public, positive attitude, self-driven, team player, calm under stressful conditions, problem solver, accountability, flexibility, creativity, passion, hardworking, dependable, quick thinker, multi-tasker, honest, pu